At Carely Clinic, we specialize in natural-looking beard transplants using advanced techniques to help you achieve the beard you’ve always wanted.
A beard transplant is a cosmetic procedure that restores or enhances facial hair growth in areas where it is patchy, sparse, or absent. The process involves transferring healthy hair follicles from a donor area, typically the back of the scalp, to the desired areas of the face. This allows you to achieve a fuller, well-defined beard that looks completely natural.
A full, well-defined beard is the most masculine and confident thing for a lot of men. But genetic factors, scarring, hormonal imbalances, or conditions like alopecia can stop natural beard growth, leaving patchy spots or an incomplete beard profile. There are temporary fixes, but they need to be kept up all the time and don’t always work well.
Beard transplantation is a new, permanent way for men to improve their facial hair. Turkey, especially Istanbul, has become the world’s center for this specialized procedure. Thousands of patients from other countries come to Turkey every year because of its combination of advanced techniques, specialized knowledge, and very low prices.
The country’s famous surgeons have come up with special methods for restoring facial hair that take into account the unique needs of beard transplantation. These include precise angle placement, natural growth patterns, and facial symmetry considerations that are very different from those used in standard hair transplants.
This complete guide covers everything you need to know about getting a beard transplant in Turkey, including how the procedure works, how much it costs, how to choose the right surgeons, how to prepare for recovery, and how to get the strong, confident look you want.
A beard transplant is a specialized surgical procedure that transfers individual hair follicles from a donor area (typically the back of the scalp) to areas of the face where beard growth is sparse or absent. Unlike other cosmetic procedures, it utilizes your own hair, providing natural-looking, permanent results that grow and can be styled just like natural facial hair.
The procedure is particularly effective for addressing various beard-related concerns, including:
At Carely Clinic we primarily use two advanced techniques for beard transplantation:
Follicular Unit Extraction (FUE): This minimally invasive technique involves extracting individual hair follicles from the donor area using micro-punches, leaving virtually invisible scars. The Sapphire FUE variant uses specialized blades that create cleaner incisions for better healing.
Direct Hair Implantation (DHI): An advanced version of FUE, DHI uses a specialized Choi pen that allows for simultaneous extraction and implantation without creating pre-made recipient sites, potentially increasing graft survival rates and reducing recovery time.
The entire procedure typically takes 4-8 hours depending on the number of grafts required and is performed under local anesthesia as an outpatient procedure, meaning no hospital stay is necessary.
A successful beard transplant in Turkey can deliver transformative results that extend beyond merely filling in patches:
You should know that the results of a beard transplant take time to show up. After the procedure, the transplanted hairs usually fall out within 2 to 3 weeks. This is a normal part of the hair growth cycle. Around three to four months after the procedure, new hair starts to grow. Over the next few months, the density and coverage keep getting better. After 9 to 12 months, when all the follicles have settled and grown, you can usually see the final results.
Understanding whether you’re an ideal candidate for a beard transplant helps establish realistic expectations and ensures optimal surgical outcomes.
| Criteria | Ideal Candidate | May Need Additional Assessment |
|---|---|---|
| Age | 25 + years (fully matured facial-hair pattern) | Under 25 – patterns may still evolve |
| Beard Condition | Patchy, uneven growth or defined bald spots | Complete inability to grow any facial hair |
| Donor Hair Availability | Adequate scalp donor hair with similar calibre | Limited donor supply or significant thinning |
| Skin Condition | Healthy facial skin; no active dermatologic issues | Active acne, dermatitis, or other skin disease |
| Overall Health | Good general health; normal healing capacity | Uncontrolled diabetes, blood or immune disorders |
| Expectations | Realistic—understands gradual growth & limits | Expecting instant or excessively dense results |
| Previous Treatments | No adverse reactions to local anaesthetics | History of keloid scarring or poor healing |
Beard transplantation is generally safe, especially when performed by experienced surgeons in accredited Turkish clinics. However, minor risks may include:
Mild swelling, redness, or discomfort (first few days)
Temporary numbness (resolves in 1–2 months)
Scarring (rare, mostly in keloid-prone skin)
Minor infection or folliculitis (easily treated)
Incomplete graft survival (usually 85–95%)
At Carely Clinic, strict hygiene protocols, expert hands, and personalized aftercare minimize these risks and ensure your safety from start to finish.
Day 1–2: Mild swelling and redness. Sleep with head elevated.
Day 3–7: Scabs form and begin to fall off. Avoid touching or scratching.
Week 2: Most scabs gone. Transplanted hairs begin to shed — normal!
Month 3: New beard hairs start to grow.
Month 6–12: Final results appear — thick, natural facial hair you can trim and style freely.
💡 Tip: Avoid shaving, sweating, and sun exposure during the first 2–3 weeks. Follow your surgeon’s aftercare closely
Planning a beard transplant abroad can feel overwhelming—but with Carely Clinic, every step is thoughtfully arranged to ensure your comfort, safety, and peace of mind. Here’s exactly what to expect during your short, focused stay in Istanbul:
You’ll arrive at Istanbul Airport, where your private driver will greet you and escort you to your hotel—carefully selected 4★ or 5★ accommodations just minutes from our clinic. Once settled in, you’ll receive your welcome kit with detailed treatment information and your personalized schedule.
Morning: Meet your surgeon for an in-person consultation. We’ll review your treatment plan, take final measurements, and design your ideal beard shape to match your facial structure and style goals.
Afternoon: Undergo your beard transplant procedure using FUE or DHI technique. The process takes 4–8 hours under local anesthesia in our fully equipped surgical center. After a brief rest, you’ll return to your hotel with full aftercare instructions.
Return to the clinic for your first post-op assessment. Your doctor will check healing progress, clean the transplant area, and walk you through the aftercare process, including how to wash and care for the donor and recipient zones. You’ll also receive your aftercare package, including medications and special cleansing solutions.
Before you head home, we’ll conduct one final check-up to ensure everything is healing as expected. You’ll receive a digital recovery plan and a follow-up schedule. Our team will remain accessible to you via WhatsApp or our patient portal for 12 months after your procedure—because our care doesn’t stop at the airport.
At Carely Clinic, we’ve designed a seamless, all-inclusive experience that lets you transform your look with minimal time away. Whether you’re flying from the UK, Germany, or the Gulf, your Istanbul journey will be short, smooth, and unforgettable—with results that last a lifetime.
Understanding the financial aspects of your beard transplant journey helps you plan effectively without sacrificing quality. Turkey offers exceptional value while maintaining high standards:
| Country | All-Inclusive Beard Transplant Package | Savings vs. Home Country |
|---|---|---|
| Turkey | €1,650 | Baseline |
| United Kingdom | €6,500 | ≈ 61 % savings |
| United States | €10,000 | ≈ 75 % savings |
| Germany | €6,000 | ≈ 58 % savings |
| Canada | €7,000 | ≈ 64 % savings |
| Australia | €7,500 | ≈ 67 % savings |
Turkey—particularly Istanbul—has established itself as the leading destination for beard transplantation worldwide, with distinctive advantages that extend far beyond cost savings:
This unique combination has attracted patients from over 120 countries to Turkey for beard transplantation, with particularly strong representation from the UK, Germany, Middle Eastern nations, and increasingly, North America.
Selecting the right facility for your beard transplant is perhaps the most crucial decision in your transformation journey. Our clinic has established itself as Istanbul’s premier facial hair restoration center through unwavering commitment to excellence:
Experience
Expertise
Authoritativeness
Trust
Our approach integrates surgical excellence with a genuine understanding of the psychological impact that facial hair concerns can have on men’s confidence and self-image. We don’t just enhance your appearance—we transform your relationship with your masculinity and self-perception.
Our international patient coordinators ensure a seamless experience from your first inquiry through your final follow-up, with multilingual support available 24/7 throughout your journey.
Get a free consultation by filling out the form. Our experts are ready to assist you with your aesthetic goals and answer any questions you may have.
A beard transplant is a minimally invasive surgical procedure that moves hair follicles from the back of the scalp to the face to create a fuller, natural-looking beard.
The cost of a beard transplant in Turkey at Carely Clinic is €1,550 including surgery, hotel stay, airport transfers, aftercare, and medications.
Yes, beard transplants in Turkey are generally safe when performed in accredited clinics by board-certified surgeons. Turkey’s Ministry of Health regulates facilities to ensure international safety standards are met.
The procedure usually takes 4 to 8 hours, depending on the number of grafts required and the technique used (FUE or DHI).
Yes, when performed by an experienced surgeon, the transplanted beard hair grows naturally and can be shaved, trimmed, or styled like your original facial hair.
Most patients begin to see new hair growth after 3–4 months. Final results typically appear between 9 and 12 months post-procedure.
Yes, it’s normal for the transplanted hair to shed 2–3 weeks after the procedure. This is a natural part of the growth cycle, and new, permanent hair will grow in its place.
Ideal candidates are men over 25 years old with patchy or thin beard growth and a healthy donor area (usually the scalp). A surgeon must assess each case individually.
When performed by skilled surgeons using modern FUE or DHI techniques, beard transplants leave minimal scarring: In the donor area (usually the back of the head), the tiny extraction points typically heal into barely noticeable white dots that are easily concealed by surrounding hair, even with very short haircuts. In the recipient area (face), there is generally no visible scarring once healing is complete, as the tiny incisions heal completely and are concealed by the growing beard hair. Turkish clinics specializing in beard transplants are particularly adept at minimizing scarring through precise extraction and implantation techniques. Some clinics also offer post-procedure treatments to further reduce any minimal scarring that might occur.
While you may notice some immediate changes after the procedure, the full results of a beard transplant typically take 6 to 12 months to appear. During the first few weeks, the transplanted hairs may fall out temporarily (a normal part of the healing process called shock loss). New hair growth will begin within a few months, and the final, fully grown beard will become visible after about a year.
While the vast majority of patients (over 95%) are satisfied with their beard transplant results, occasionally touch-ups may be desired to address specific areas or increase density. Most reputable Turkish clinics offer some form of revision policy within their packages. If you have concerns about your results after the full growth cycle (9-12 months), your surgeon will evaluate your case and determine the appropriate course of action. Minor adjustments can typically be addressed with a small touch-up procedure. Before undergoing your procedure, discuss the clinic's revision policy thoroughly to understand what would be covered and what might incur additional costs. The best clinics stand behind their work and are committed to ensuring your satisfaction with the final outcome.
While you may notice some immediate changes after the procedure, the full results of a beard transplant typically take 6 to 12 months to appear. During the first few weeks, the transplanted hairs may fall out temporarily (a normal part of the healing process called shock loss). New hair growth will begin within a few months, and the final, fully grown beard will become visible after about a year.
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